Reading today's price tape for 29 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,220 per quintal in Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,380
- Lowest Price Today₹4,110
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,220
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 6.4% above the period average — just 44.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 29 Oct 2026, so you can see where Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹2,500 (27.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,580 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹3,965. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹1,790 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,620 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,380 | ₹4,110 | ₹4,220 |
| 28 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,920 | ₹7,030 |
| 27 Oct | ₹1,980 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,860 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,390 | ₹4,110 | ₹4,270 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,890 | ₹1,630 | ₹1,740 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,590 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,480 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,980 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,880 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,950 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,980 | ₹4,730 | ₹4,860 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,190 | ₹6,980 | ₹7,080 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,960 | ₹1,730 | ₹1,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,020 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,780 | ₹4,540 | ₹4,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,040 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,230 | ₹5,030 | ₹5,130 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,280 | ₹5,020 | ₹5,130 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,750 | ₹5,580 | ₹5,690 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,490 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,390 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,090 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC logged this Banana rate on 29 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.